Species: Haliaeetus leucocephalus, Bald Eagle | Location: St. Marks NWR - Florida, United States
American Bald Eagle perched in the top of a pine tree resting. I moved close as I could to get the shot, set up my tripod and took the shot.
About The Photographer
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Richard Higgins has been a professional nature photographer for over 20 years. Living in Northwest Florida, he travels regularly around the country for stock and on assignment. Mr. Higgins has had his images have been featured in numerous books, magazines, newspapers and has published articles worldwide. He was honored by SINWP who awarded him Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2016.